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Configuring the Switch
Overview
This chapter describes the switch configuration features available in both the
switch console and the HP web browser interface. If you need information
on how to operate either the web browser interface or the console, refer to:
■ Chapter 3, “Using the HP Web Browser Interface”
■ Chapter 4, “Using the Switch Console Interface”
Why Reconfigure? In its factory default configuration, the switch operates
as a multiport learning bridge with network connectivity provided by the ports
on the switch and/or on the particular modules you have installed. However,
to enable specific management features and to “fine-tune” your switch for the
specific performance and security needs in your network, you may want to
reconfigure individual switch parameters.
How To Find Configuration Information. Each section in this chapter is
organized as follows:
■ Introductory feature information: Provides an overview of the fea-
ture.
■ “How-To” Configuration steps: Describes the step-by-step process
used to actually configure the feature. It also includes examples of the
web browser interface and console interface screens.
■ Detailed feature information: Provides a more in-depth description of
the feature, along with notes on interoperation with other features.
To find a specific feature, see the table in the next section.